In this episode of Hashtag Trending, Jim Love discusses several major tech industry stories. Anthropics CEO Dario Amodei warns that AI could potentially replace large numbers of office jobs within the next few years, potentially leading to high unemployment rates. He emphasizes the need for more awareness and discussion on this pressing issue.

Google faces escalating global antitrust challenges, with Canada threatening significant penalties. Google's comeback attempt with smart glasses and its partnerships with Samsung, Warby Parker, and a Chinese company called X REAL are explored.

Additionally, a leaked Wall Street Journal story reveals details of a collaboration between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and iPhone designer Johnny Ive on a new screenless AI companion device. The episode concludes with host Jim Love's personal book recommendation.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:28 AI's Impact on Job Market: A Dire Warning 05:38 Google's New Smart Glasses: A Second Attempt 09:32 Google's Antitrust Troubles: A Global Battle 13:43 OpenAI and Johnny Ive's Screenless AI Device 16:05 Conclusion and Host's Sign-Off